Hi Spal,

Many Thanks for looking in.

Looks like a lot to do before the next update, but will be worth the wait, as when the basics are done, this kit takes off with the detail and that is immense.

Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Looking great, keep up the hard work.
Regards Shaun

Hi Derek,
Good update thanks for showing us, tell me Derek am I correct in thinking that it has a metal skin plates with rivet marks.

Regards
Trev.

Hi All,

Here`s the latest update of my Lanc build.

This update covers the build of both the inboard split trailing edge rear wing sections.

Only the main frame sections are built at this stage, the pivoting part of the trailing edges are built at a later stage.

So here`s the parts for the port side.Pic 1


First thing to notice is that the orientation of part 198 is crucial.
The slots for the ribs are not all equally set apart.

The instructions start with the addition of an end rib.

This MUST be set at 90 degrees to the back plate, as these sections will eventually be fitted between other parts with limited space at each end.Pic 2


The instructions tell you then to fit the rest of the centre ribs in a sequential order and check they are all set at 90 degrees.

I chose to set the opposite end rib first. Also at 90 degrees.Pic 3


My preference now is to glue and fit all the centre ribs at the same time and then using part 199 as a spacing template to get all the ribs to set at the same time. They are also then guaranteed to be set correctly when the trailing edge plate is put in place.

Having cut out and cleaned up the edges of the centre ribs, glue and fit them in turn to achieve this result.Pic 4


When all the ribs are in place take part 199 and without glue hold the centre ribs in place as follows.Pic 5


I use a quick grab Aliphatic glue for the ply parts of this build and I still had enough time to get these parts set in place before the glue dried fully.

If you use the instructions method you will have ten setting and drying times to obtain the same result I achieved in three. That said you must work with what you are most comfortable with.


With the ribs set in place and dried, it`s time to fit the trailing edge plate that I used as a template.

I applied glue to the eight centre ribs where the plate is laid on them and allowed it to set. The two outer ribs still have a little bit of flex in them to allow them to be moved outwards slightly so you can apply glue between the outer ribs and the ends of the trailing plate.Pic 6


The last part to be added is a centre spar.Pic 7


Apply glue to each of the slots the spar will sit in and place it with one end square to an outer rib, then allow to set.

When set trim and sand the overhanging end of the spar to achieve this.Pic 8


The trailing edge plate now needs to be sanded to take the shape of the rib ends. This is only a small amount of sanding and unfortunately I`ve been unable to get a picture to show the detail, but the instructions show it well enough.


Well that`s the port side done.


The starboard side uses the exact same method as the port side.

There are though some differences in the parts supplied.
Watch the orientation of the main plate the ribs are fitted to or the life raft box section will not fit.

Here`s the parts.Pic 9


When the frame is constructed as before you get this result.Pic 10


Part 196 is now added to start the life raft box. Apply glue to the ribs it will sit on and hold in place.Pic 11


Two more parts are now added to complete the box section, but NOTE they are different sizes.(Only slight but they are different).

Fit part 197a toward the back of the box looking from the thin edge of the part being built.Pic 12


Now fit part 197b to complete the box section.Pic 13


So, that done here`s where I`m up to.

These two sections are identical in size, it`s the camera angle that makes them look different.Pic 14


Finally, this last picture gives you an indication as to where these parts will finally fit.Pic 15


That`s all for now folks,
Happy Building.

Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Hi Michu,

Many Thanks,

Will follow your build with interest, but don`t forget I`m jumping around this build so far from part 1 to 79. So if you do it in order it won`t get so big so quickly.

You`ll still love it whichever route you choose.

Please let me know when the parts arrive.
Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Nice update Del, some good progress and very well described yet again

Steve

Hi Dave,

Thanks for looking in.

Just realised I missed out a section of the last update.

I have actually built the basics of the second outer wing section and to that end, as it`s just a mirror of the first outer wing section I`ll put up a couple of total build pictures.

The wing tips are just laid in place as not constructed yet and the props laid in place for effect.Pics 1+2


Still got the rear gunner section to finish along with the tail section, to give the full realisation of it`s length, but that`s where I`m at.

Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Hi Shaun,

Thanks for your comments and the good thing is that advise on this great forum always comes free.

Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Hi Alan,

Many thanks for the comments.

Having got a majority of the airframe built, I now have an awful lot of nylon/plastic stringers to fit.

The good news is that to stop myself going stringer crazy, there`s loads of detail parts to be built and added to the frames.

Then, in between times I`ve still to decide how much coverage to put on the build. I`m deferring this decision for a while till I see how it all starts coming together.

Next update, not to far off I hope.

Regards
delboy271155
(Derek)

Hi Derek this a superb build you have there looks fantastic. Very well done indeed.would have taken this on meself but just not anywhere could put it safe as have 9 cats here.enjoy following your build very much though.cheers mick.